Donation Honors Former Tennis Player and Devoted Fan, the Late Reece Going
September 16, 2024
Lander University’s tennis players are getting additional help during their practices, all in the name of one who came before them. Teammates of Reece Going, who died from a long…
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Bantams Triumph Over Denmark Tech Panthers
September 15, 2024
“It’s a great step for sure,” said freshman Julien Födisch, USCU Men’s Soccer midfielder, after the team won 10-1 against Denmark Technical College on Wednesday, September 11.”We are really improving…
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USC athletics director Ray Tanner set to assume new role
September 13, 2024
Ray Tanner, who oversaw six national championships and record fundraising and revenue in three decades as athletics director and head baseball coach, will soon move into a new role at…
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Introducing the Garnet & Blue Collective: Empowering Presbyterian College Athletes Through NIL Initiatives
September 11, 2024
The Garnet & Blue Collective is proud to announce its official launch as an independent organization dedicated to supporting Presbyterian College student athletes through Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) initiatives.…
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Presbyterian College to Honor First Responders to Clinton fire
September 11, 2024
‘Hometown Heroes’ to be recognized at halftime of Blue Hose game on Sept. 21 Presbyterian College will honor the firefighters and first responders who answered the call to combat a…
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Clinton High School’s Javen Cook Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week for Standout Performance Against Newberry
September 9, 2024
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for the September 6th game, the Player of the week is Junior Javen Cook of Clinton High School. Clinton High…
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Presbyterian College to Honor First Responders at Blue Hose Football Game – Sept. 21
September 9, 2024
Presbyterian College will recognize and honor the brave first responders who answered the call to duty on August 27, 2024, when a devastating fire swept through downtown Clinton, impacting local…
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Five Points in Two Matches; Müller Wins Big South Offensive Player of the Week
September 9, 2024
Riding a nine-point heater over the past three matches to put the Presbyterian College women’s soccer team on pace for the best record in the league over the non-conference slate,…
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Georgia’s Campbell wins by ounces at Phoenix Bass Fishing League Super Tournament at Lake Murray
September 9, 2024
Boater Tyler Campbell of Martin, Georgia, caught a two-day total of 10 bass weighing 42 pounds, 13 ounces, to win the MLF Phoenix Bass Fishing League (BFL) Presented by T-H Marine Super…
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Clinton’s Cal Pitts Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week for Dominant Performance Against Laurens Raiders
September 3, 2024
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for the Laurens County gameson August 30th, the Player of the week is Clinton High School Senior Offensive Lineman, Cal…
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Clinton High School Head Football Coach Corey Fountain Secures 100th Career Coaching Victory
September 2, 2024
In a momentous achievement, Clinton High School’s Head Football Coach, Corey Fountain, marked his 100th career coaching victory on Friday night with the Red Devils’ commanding 35-8 win over Laurens…
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USC Union Anglers Make History: Hadden and Hudson Secure Division Title, Set Sights on Bassmaster Classic
August 31, 2024
The USC Union Anglers wrapped up a record season by qualifying for the College Bassmaster Classic Bracket on August 25. The team of Tanner Hadden and Caleb Hudson will compete…
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New Scholarship to Honor Lander’s Van Taylor
August 31, 2024
Van Taylor’s legacy at Lander University and in the soccer world is marked by remarkable achievements and a lasting impact. With an All-American collegiate career at Erskine College, a decade…
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Bantams Defeat Coker Developmental, USC Salkehatchie
August 31, 2024
USC Union Men’s Soccer started off their season strong with a 4-1 win over Coker University’s developmental team in a scrimmage on August 21. On August 26, the Bantams defeated…
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Public Tennis, Inc. gets a boost from Host & Home to benefit Community Tennis outreach programs
August 29, 2024
Hilton Head’s Host & Home Luxury Vacation Rentals recently announced that Public Tennis Inc. (PTi), a USTA Community Tennis Association and a USTA Foundation NJTL, is the beneficiary of its…
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Clinton High School Booster Club: Supporting Our Athletes Since 1972
August 27, 2024
Since its inception in 1972, the Clinton High School Athletic Booster Club has been a cornerstone of support for student-athletes, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement needed to excel…
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Rivalry with a Cause: Clinton vs. Laurens Showdown Kicks Off with Canned Food Drive
August 27, 2024
On Friday, August 30th, the fiercest football rivalries in Laurens County will take on a new meaning as the Clinton Red Devils host the Laurens Raiders at Wilder Stadium. The…
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Laurens County Touchdown Club Names Ethan Collins of Laurens Academy as Player of the Week
August 26, 2024
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for week zero, August 23rd, the Player of the week is Ethan Collins of Laurens Academy. Collins is a sophomore…
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Countdown to Kickoff: Presbyterian College Football’s 2024 Home Game Schedule Features Exciting Community Promotions
August 25, 2024
For many college football fans, the wait is almost over. Blue Hose enthusiasts are in for a treat this season as Presbyterian College has unveiled a robust lineup of promotional…
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Kick off the 2024 Pan American/USAngling Challenge Cup Kayak Championship with Youth Angling Day at Gibson Pond Park
August 23, 2024
The Capital City/Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC) and USAngling announce “Youth Angling Day” on Thursday, September 26, at Gibson Pond Park in Lexington, SC. This exciting event will kick off the 2024…
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Presbyterian College Football Fans Rally at First-Ever Evening Blue Hose Fan Day
August 23, 2024
The Presbyterian College football fanbase turned up in large numbers on Thursday night for the annual Blue Hose Fan Day sponsored by Self-Regional Healthcare. Conducted at Bailey Memorial Stadium –…
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City welcomes Adaptive Sports and Wellness Center to Unity Park
August 22, 2024
The City of Greenville celebrated the grand opening of the $2.3 million Prisma Health Roger C. Peace (RCP) Adaptive Sports and Wellness Center, located at 159 Wellborn Street in the…
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Kroc Stars Youth soccer program kicks off fall season
August 22, 2024
The Kroc Center announced the start of its Fall 2024 Kroc Stars Soccer program. Designed to foster a love of the game while developing essential life skills, the program caters…
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Laurens Academy’s Garrett Murphy Named Laurens County Touchdown Club Player of the Week After Stellar Performance in Week Zero Victory
August 21, 2024
The Laurens County Touchdown Club is proud to announce that for week zero, August 16th, the Player of the week is Laurens Academy High School two-way player Garrett Murphy. Garrett…
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The Joanna Project: Reviving a Community’s Legacy Through Baseball
August 21, 2024
The Joanna Project, a non-profit organization, is on a mission to breathe new life into the historic Joanna textile mill baseball stadium in Joanna, South Carolina. With a deep commitment…
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Kroc Swim Academy launches new season
August 19, 2024
The Kroc Center of Greenville is excited to announce the kickoff of its Kroc Swim Academy (KSA), the USA Competitive, year-round swim team, for the 2024-2025 season. The competitive swim…
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Clinton High School Athletic Booster Club Hosts 50-Year Reunion for State Championship Tennis Teams
August 14, 2024
The Clinton High School Athletic Booster Club is preparing to host a special 50-year reunion celebration for the 1971-1974 State Championship Tennis Teams. This event marks a significant milestone in…
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Clinton Red Devils Set to Compete in Chapin Kickoff Classic on August 16
August 12, 2024
The Clinton Red Devil varsity football team is gearing up to take part in the Chapin Kickoff Classic on Friday, August 16. The event, hosted at Chapin High School, will…
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BIG News – Big Air Laurens to Open August 17: A New Hub of Family Fun
August 11, 2024
Big Air Laurens is set to bring an exhilarating new experience to Laurens County, filling a massive 40,000-square-foot space with activities for kids and adults of all ages. This isn’t…
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Join the Laurens County Touchdown Club: Celebrate and Support Local Football
July 31, 2024
Football season is almost here and the Laurens County Touchdown Club, an initiative of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, invites you to become part of a vibrant community dedicated to…
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Greenville to host ‘Largest Event Ever’ in 2028
July 25, 2024
The world’s largest bowling event is coming to Greenville, bringing significant dollars with it. The Greenville Convention Center will host to the 124th U.S. Bowling Congress (USBC) Open Championships from March…
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Ribbon cutting ceremony for HOTWORX Fitness Studio in Columbia
July 17, 2024
The City of Columbia helped welcome HOTWORX Fitness Studio into our City with a ribbon cutting ceremony that their location, 4464 Devine St., Suite G. At-Large City Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells,…
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USC announces “A Celebration of Dawn Staley” featuring Robin Roberts
July 16, 2024
The University of South Carolina announced the third annual “A Celebration of Dawn Staley” featuring co-anchor of ABC’s Good Morning America, Robin Roberts, who will sit down with Staley for a…
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Clinton Local Carles Retains Crown for Consecutive Match Play Championships
July 15, 2024
Mia Carles of Clinton, SC, entered the 25th South Carolina Junior Girls’ Match Play Championship with one goal; repeat as tournament champion. With potentially 108-holes of match play ahead, and…
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Greenville Pro Soccer deepens ownership group with addition of three industry veterans
July 11, 2024Greenville Pro Soccer announced the addition of three industry veterans to its ownership team. Rick Pennell, part-owner and president/CEO of Metromont Corporation; Wallace Cheves, founder of Skyboat Gaming; and Jim…
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Cheerleading added to Columbia College Athletics
June 26, 2024
Building upon the recent growth and development of Koala Athletics, Director of Athletics Glen Crawford is thrilled to announce the addition of Cheerleading to the College’s robust and steadily growing…
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Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes now open; grand-prize winner will win dream getaway for golf, more
June 26, 2024
Includes Golf, Club Fitting, Clinic, Accommodations; Entries Accepted Through Aug. 29 It’s back! The annual Reynolds Lake Oconee Sweepstakes is now open, with the once-in-a-lifetime grand prize of a five-day, four-night experience…
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CHS Cross Country Team Gears Up for 8th Annual “Running of the Cans” Food Drive
June 24, 2024
The Clinton High School (CHS) Cross Country team is once again demonstrating their commitment to community service with the 8th Annual “Running of the Cans” event. This important initiative aims…
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The Citadel announces Russell Triplett as new baseball head coach
June 20, 2024
After conducting a nationwide search throughout the offseason, The Citadel announced Russell Triplett as the Bulldogs’ new baseball head coach. A former standout at Clemson University, Triplett has served as…
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Upcountry History Museum channels the ‘Force’ for newest exhibition
June 17, 2024
Iconic movies produce memorable characters and memorable characters often create lasting identities by the costumes they wear. There’s no mistaking who the characters are in “Finding the Force…Awakening an Empire,”…
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YMCA of Greenville receives inaugural Greenville Triumph & Liberty Soccer Foundation Grant, expanding Youth Sports access
June 12, 2024
The YMCA of Greenville announced it has received the inaugural grant from the Greenville Triumph & Liberty Soccer Foundation. The $100,000 gift will significantly enhance the YMCA of Greenville’s Youth…
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King’s North at Myrtle Beach National to undergo two-year renovation, reimagining Arnold Palmer’s classic design
June 10, 2024
King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, an Arnold Palmer design that has long been one of the Grand Strand’s bedrock layouts, closed on June 3, 2024, to begin a comprehensive,…
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Youth Basketball Camp 2024: Elevate Your Game with LDHS Basketball Program
June 9, 2024
The Laurens District High School (LDHS) Basketball program is excited to announce the Youth Basketball Camp 2024, a fantastic opportunity for young athletes to enhance their skills and love for…
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Pooler Joins Presbyterian Soccer Programs’ Coaching Staffs
June 9, 2024
he Presbyterian College Blue Hose men’s and women’s soccer programs announced the addition of Joshua Pooler to their coaching staffs. Pooler, who has six years of coaching experience, will serve…
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Bike Through History: Celebrate National Trails Day in Laurens County
May 25, 2024
If you’re looking for a fun and engaging way to celebrate National Trails Day this year, Laurens County has just the event for you. On June 1st, join fellow cycling…
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533 Cyclists tackle the 47th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion
May 22, 2024
The 47th annual Assaults on Mt. Mitchell & Marion on Monday, May 20 saw the ascent of approximately 436 cyclists on Mt. Michell and 97 on Marion. The cyclists began…
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South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance supports National Safe Boating week
May 20, 2024
As National Safe Boating Week (May 18-24) commences, the South Carolina Boating & Fishing Alliance (SCBFA) joins the National Safe Boating Council and organizations across the country in promoting crucial…
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A.C. Flora Varsity boys golf team wins State Championship
May 20, 2024
A.C. Flora High School’s boys varsity golf team won the Class AAAA state championship May 14 at the Rose Hill Golf Club in Bluffton. The team had a score of…
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Big South Baseball Championship Bracket Revealed
May 20, 2024
The 2024 Big South Conference Baseball Championship bracket was released by the league office following the final games of the 2024 regular season on Saturday. The Blue Hose earned the…
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Laurens District 55 Varsity Raider Baseball Unites Community with Championship Win
May 19, 2024
The Laurens District 55 High School (LDHS) Varsity Raider Baseball team clinched the South Carolina High School League (SCHSL) Class AAAA 2024 Upper State Championship last week. In a thrilling…
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